We Wait

  A group of people stood on the sidewalk with their umbrellas unfolded. The night was dark and the rain was unstoppable, but they waited for the news. Was it a boy? A girl? Would it be triplets?Twins? Only one? What would the name be? George? Mary? Fredrick Morrison Weathersymth the third?
They spoke in low whispers as if a holy event was about occur. Suddenly someone shouted, "Hey!
We're on the wrong street!

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New Job?

  He: My son just got a job as a night stalker.

  Me: Night stalker!? That's a job now!? What? Is he going to get a paid vacation? Medical
leave? Bonuses? Holiday pay? What is this world coming to?

  He: No. He's a night stocker

  Me: Oh.

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Moon

I am amazed by the moon. When it is big and round and shines like a star, I am amazed.  It is, basically, a big ball of dirt, but it reflects the sun and makes light in the night.  How can this be?
I am sure there is a scientific reason behind it all, but I prefer the miracle of a shining clump of clay.
Good night, moon.

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